Re: On Getting Free Samples from Companies Now

Re: Geo F. Trumper---Free samples, *class act.

Not really free as you need to buy something but LuckyScent will include 7 2ml samples of the Tom ford private blends on top of the four free samples of any fragrances they sell if you purchase any tom ford product over 200 dollars. Just add the samples to your cart, include the four samples you want and they'll send 7 half filled 4ml Tom ford vials, nicely packaged.

Re: Geo F. Trumper---Free samples, *class act.

Hello everybody, just wonder if fragance.net will give some samples is requested, I have done some shop with them in the past and I remember they put 1 or2 little samples with my order, but I just wonder if they send you something if is requested Thanks to all.

Re: Geo F. Trumper---Free samples, *class act.

Originally Posted by trucupey20

Hello everybody, just wonder if fragance.net will give some samples is requested, I have done some shop with them in the past and I remember they put 1 or2 little samples with my order, but I just wonder if they send you something if is requested Thanks to all.

I personally have never heard of anyone successfully receiving sample requests, but I'm not sure. It seems that you basically have to take what they include with the purchase.

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FragranceNet sells a lot of samples. Many are rather cheap. Just pop a few in your cart before you check out a bottle. Otherwise, I guess if you're preparing a rather large order, it might be prudent to call it in and maybe the sales assistant could throw in some additional samples. But samples without a purchase? You can absolutely forget about that ever happening with a discount seller like this.

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I've spent over a $100 on samples bought from eBay over the last couple of years. I dont really buy anymore

I've read the previous posts on Serge Lutens, I havent had a chance to check those out personally but I'm interested In Five O'Clock Au Gingembre, Un Boise Vanille, someone mentioned they dont ship to the United States, so am I out of luck? I can write a polite and respectful message but how would I ask THEM specifically? Where can I find Lutens in person to check out?

Would Chanel & Versace be accommodating? I would like to sample Egoiste/ Platinum Egoiste (dont really know what the difference is) and Versace's Eros & Dreamer. I've been lucky with blind buys but I don't have the luxury to spend on something I don't like. Any help is much appreciated

Re: Geo F. Trumper---Free samples, *class act.

Let me tell you that I am big lover of perfume, my day start from perfume until the time I am not going for the bed I have good collections of perfume liked I have sandalwood perfume, honey perfume. Also I have all the Indian brand perfume.

Re: Geo F. Trumper---Free samples, *class act.

Originally Posted by trucupey20

Hello everybody, just wonder if fragance.net will give some samples is requested, I have done some shop with them in the past and I remember they put 1 or2 little samples with my order, but I just wonder if they send you something if is requested Thanks to all.

Doubt it, unless you were about to make a huge order and called ahead like the other poster suggested. And they don't really send samples in every order... 'Exceptional... because you are' doesn't count lol.

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Have to share this story which happened just over an hour ago. I went to the Saks in my area specifically with the purpose of seeking out the Cartier representative to find out if he had any concrete information or if he knew anything more about the remaining three Heures de Cartier fragrances rumored to be coming out in 2014 to finish the line of 13 fragrances. Now I already have every Heure in the line and about two months ago I purchased another complete set of 10 for one of my daughters who also loved the line. At the time of that most recent purchase, the Cartier representative, a very nice Greek gentleman who had worked for Cartier for 30 years showered me with about 52 large samples of all the mens Cartier fragrances he had on hand. So, today I was lucky to find him again, and inquired about the future releases. He recognized me immediately and told me that he didn't know anything firm but that he would contact his head office on Monday and get back to me with any news and would surely reserve the three for me and call me when they came in. Now here's the good part, I thanked him and as I was taking my leave, he called me back, took out a red piece of luggage from under the counter, and said, "Let me see what samples I have that I can give you." He then said, "I know you already have these but, what the hell." He proceeded to give me 2 4ml samples of each Heures de Cartier (a total of 20 vials plus a sealed 12.5ml (almost a half ounce) of Declaration D'Un Soir. I was flabbergasted. I only went into Saks to inquire about future releases and left with a boatload of free samples without even having purchased anything. Now that's wonderful customer service!

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Originally Posted by hednic

Have to share this story which happened just over an hour ago. I went to the Saks in my area specifically with the purpose of seeking out the Cartier representative to find out if he had any concrete information or if he knew anything more about the remaining three Heures de Cartier fragrances rumored to be coming out in 2014 to finish the line of 13 fragrances. Now I already have everyone Heure in the line and about two months ago I purchased another complete set of 10 for one of my daughters who also loved the line. At the time of that most recent purchase, the Cartier representative, a very nice Greek gentleman who had worked for Cartier for 30 years showered me with about 52 large samples of all the mens Cartier fragrances he had on hand. So, today I was lucky to find him again, and inquired about the future releases. He recognized me immediately and told me that he didn't know anything firm but that he would contact his head office on Monday and get back to me with any news and would surely reserve the three for me and call me when they came in. Now here's the good part, I thanked him and as I was taking my leave, he called me back, took out a red piece of luggage from under the counter, and said, "Let me see what samples I have that I can give you." He then said, "I know you already have these but, what the hell." He proceeded to give me 2 4ml samples of each Heures de Cartier (a total of 20 vials plus a sealed 12.5ml (almost a half ounce) of Declaration D'Un Soir. I was flabbergasted. I only went into Saks to inquire about future releases and left with a boatload of free samples without even having purchased anything. Now that's wonderful customer service!

Quite nice of him. Although I would say that if I had you for a customer, I'd shower you with samples every time I saw you as well .

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I haven't read through all of the previous posts, but I've spent over $200 in samples over the past couple months. Here are some freebies/semi-free ones I got.

Sephora - I've asked for tons of free samples from them on different visits and at different stores. Saved me tons of money.
Nordstrom - Same thing.
Min NY (online) - I've ordered a few samples from them. The first time I just ordered one sample and my box was crammed full of about 10-15 more free samples including Mancera, Amouage and others. The second time I ordered three and they included 3-4 more free samples including Amouage fragrances.
Bond No 9 - I called their company since I can't test their products in Puerto Rico where I currently live and they charge a ton of money for shipping to PR. They sent me the three samples I wanted to try for free. Not sure if they do that for everyone or if was only because I live here.

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Originally Posted by marcus7

I haven't read through all of the previous posts, but I've spent over $200 in samples over the past couple months. Here are some freebies/semi-free ones I got.
Sephora - I've asked for tons of free samples from them on different visits and at different stores. Saved me tons of money.
Nordstrom - Same thing.
Min NY (online) - I've ordered a few samples from them. The first time I just ordered one sample and my box was crammed full of about 10-15 more free samples including Mancera, Amouage and others. The second time I ordered three and they included 3-4 more free samples including Amouage fragrances.
Bond No 9 - I called their company since I can't test their products in Puerto Rico where I currently live and they charge a ton of money for shipping to PR. They sent me the three samples I wanted to try for free. Not sure if they do that for everyone or if was only because I live here.
Good luck all!

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If buying just a few samples from MiN nets you far more as a bonus, I may give it a go... of course, it's a random chance thing on which ones you get... unless inquiring about certain brands might steer them towards your preferences.

Hermes was generous indeed. I really didn't expect to get these long mini test tube like 4ml vials. Quite nice of them.

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Originally Posted by SCENTMASTER "OG"

Is the website O'driu.com????

That's the one.

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Floris sent me about 10 samples when I inquired about their feminine line. Robert Piguet sent me three samples of scents I inquired about. Lovely customer service from both.

Overall, I have gotten:

Samples from:

Jo Loves
Hermes
Serge Lutens
Penhaligon's
Floris
Piguet

No from:

Malle
Jo Malone
Byredo

I've purchased many full bottles from the Frederic Malle boutique - both online and in person (when I was in NYC); and from my experience, they are not generous when it comes to samples. They will give you two samples with a purchase, and if you ask for more, they will give you just one more (for a total of three). They aren't allowed to give you more than three samples with your purchase. Whether your purchase is $115, $180, or more, the max you'll get is three samples.

I hear SA's at retail stores are far more generous, will try purchasing from them next time.

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I am hesitant to post in this thread, lol. But from my experience, the tone of your request, your well written email, and a good familiarity with their product line goes a long way in getting samples.

Please remember these companies get inundated on a daily basis from ebay hounds that turn around and sell the carded samples on ebay, which pisses me off to no end.

I have had responses from some companies that were almost a challenge, to see if I actually knew their product line. And when i responded favorably, they asked me which samples I wanted, then also requested that I review those samples and email them back. Which I did do, and I know if there is another fragrance in their line I would like to sample, all I have to do is ask.

If you email these companies and just ask for "free samples", I doubt you will have much luck. And I hope you end up with fragrances in your eyeballs if you are requesting them to sell them on ebay.

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Originally Posted by stargarden

Dude!

Best of all, it was a free gift.. well, I did drop ££££ on perfume in the Harrods store.
To top it up, Mr Marchal has just emailed me. He will be sending a pack with 10 samples (I worked out the deal with my purchases).

Be polite, happy, friendly, spend some money and, good things will come to you.

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Originally Posted by CASUAL

I've spent over a $100 on samples bought from eBay over the last couple of years. I dont really buy anymore

I've read the previous posts on Serge Lutens, I havent had a chance to check those out personally but I'm interested In Five O'Clock Au Gingembre, Un Boise Vanille, someone mentioned they dont ship to the United States, so am I out of luck? I can write a polite and respectful message but how would I ask THEM specifically? Where can I find Lutens in person to check out?

Would Chanel & Versace be accommodating? I would like to sample Egoiste/ Platinum Egoiste (dont really know what the difference is) and Versace's Eros & Dreamer. I've been lucky with blind buys but I don't have the luxury to spend on something I don't like. Any help is much appreciated

Platinum egoiste is more fresh. Has a citrus note that plays around with something mineral to my nose. Great fragrance. Smells classy.
egoiste is on of my favorites. It smells sweeter and the major note smells like those dried flowers women decorate their house with. Egoiste is a classic

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The lovely lady at Geo F Trumper sent me loads of samples free to try.
I told her i liked the sandalwood one, and asked about shaving foam.
Two days later, I've got a pack of ten shaving foams.
Cheekily, asked about feminine frags for the wife. And lo and behold, more samples turn up for the missus!

To be honest, is feel that I'd rather shop with a company that's willing to show you their wares and be helpful, so I bought two lots of their frags and some shaving soap.

Shame I can't get hold of some of thos Roja samples like a offer did! (I REALLY wanna try Vetiver )

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Dear emoe
It's great to hear that people have been singing our praises to you!
If you would like me to send a few samples to you I would be happy to do so, if you wouldn't mind we would charge a small P&P of £5?

I have a few fragrances in mind which I would recommend based on the others you mentioned:

Ormonde Man: This boasts an unusual heart note of Black Hemlock with the addition of Cardamom, Coriander seeds and Oud

Zizan: A Fresh burst of Lime, Sage and Jasmine with a base of Vertiver and Musk

Nawab of Oudh: This fragrance is from our exclusive Four Corners of the Earth range and is an addictive blend of young green Oud, Rose, Cinnamon and Ambergris

If you would like to supply me with a telephone number, I can give you a call at your convenience to complete the P&P transaction and we can get those samples sent over to you to test at your leisure.

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It's always nice to recieve free samples. As a seller and lover myself i have experienced the worth of sampling from both sides.
You can order 3 free samples on the site in my signature. Usually shipping is only to Holland, Belgium, Germany and UK. But samples are easy to send all over the world. Perfumes are a bit harder to ship internationally though. If you guys want help or suggestions on what samples to order just give me a shout, i'll gladly help you out.

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Originally Posted by Emoe

The lovely lady at Geo F Trumper sent me loads of samples free to try.
I told her i liked the sandalwood one, and asked about shaving foam.
Two days later, I've got a pack of ten shaving foams.
Cheekily, asked about feminine frags for the wife. And lo and behold, more samples turn up for the missus!

To be honest, is feel that I'd rather shop with a company that's willing to show you their wares and be helpful, so I bought two lots of their frags and some shaving soap.

Shame I can't get hold of some of thos Roja samples like a offer did! (I REALLY wanna try Vetiver )

I tried these guys this morning to see if they had Eucris and Sandalwood samples but alas none in stock. They were very courtious in their response, though